Rifle Scopes NF 2.5-10 x 24 vs. 32

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I'm trying to decide which glass to put on a 16" 308 AR and I'm also going to have an offset T1 in addition to this optic.

The X24 are no longer available for civilian sale and they are hard to find with the NPR2 reticle. I won't be using this routinely in twilight times.

The x32 is available and has several reticle choices including the BRT reticle. The x32 is only 2 ox. heavier and about 2" longer.

If anyone has experience with these two scopes for use in a similar setup, I would be interested in why you went with one vs. the other.

Thanks!
 
#2
Re: NF 2.5-10 x 24 vs. 32

Just got a chance to check out a x32 yesterday and it's what I'm going to put on my 20" "light tactical"/hunting rifle. It's a really nice scope. I can't see the argument for using the x24. I haven't held or looked through one, but like you said, it's not much bigger or heavier, and the x32 beats it in every way other than that, at least on paper.

What's the "BRT" reticle?
 
#3
Re: NF 2.5-10 x 24 vs. 32

Check out their website. It's a ballistic reticle with holdovers and you program your load, etc. on their website and it give you the range of impact for the horizontal stadia. A lot like the Swaro BRT reticle.
 
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Re: NF 2.5-10 x 24 vs. 32

On a 16, go for the 24. The 24 is 2 inches shorter than the 32 which makes quite a difference. At 12 inches long the 32 can't be classed as a compact scope and will feel more combersome on your carbine. Even in low light there is only about 3 minutes of difference in shooting time between the two.
 
#8
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sititunga1</div><div class="ubbcode-body">On a 16, go for the 24. The 24 is 2 inches shorter than the 32 which makes quite a difference. At 12 inches long the 32 can't be classed as a compact scope and will feel more combersome on your carbine. Even in low light there is only about 3 minutes of difference in shooting time between the two. </div></div>

I don't see how it makes any difference at all...
 
#10
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sititunga1</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I do the 32 is a much bigger scope. </div></div>

Compared to what in the same magnification range?

It's smaller by a pretty good deal than a Leupold 3.5-10x40, a S&B 3-23x50 or comparable USO product.
 
#11
Re: NF 2.5-10 x 24 vs. 32

Compared to the 24. Personal choice I'd put the smallest scope possible on my 16 inch carbine. The 24 does exactly what the 32 does and it's smaller.
 
#13
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I haven't had any problems with the 24s I've used. I thought the exit pupil was to do with the amount of light the scope lets out, a function of magnification and objective diameter.
 
#14
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I have a 2.5-10x24 NF and opted for it over the x32 version because of the smaller length. I have it on a SIG 556, however, low-light performance was not a primary motivator for me. The size, was.
 
#16
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I had a NF 2.5-10 x 24 mil/mil on a 16 Recce it was a great run and gun rig. If you're planning on a lot of prone static shooting I would go for the 32. If you're doing the whole run and gun the 24 is a great choice. I would personally choose the 32 if I were to do it again though.
 
#17
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sititunga1</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I do the 32 is a much bigger scope. </div></div>

How does 2" and 2oz hurt you at all? Nightforce seems to agree considering they don't even make the x24 anymore...
 
#18
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wslowik</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sititunga1</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I do the 32 is a much bigger scope. </div></div>

How does 2" and 2oz hurt you at all? Nightforce seems to agree considering they don't even make the x24 anymore... </div></div>

The better question is: Why would I want another 2" of length on the scope and another 2oz of weight if I don't need the benefits of a x32 objective?
 
#19
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Here's my take on the compact scope debate.

What is the purpose of the weapon, and what are your size thresholds? Are you deploying from a vehicle, need it for low profile, or are you moving through thick brush, etc.? What is the maximum size you can have and still accomplish your mission? If the NEED for compact is not there, then the decision should be a "no-brainer" to go for the higher capability scope.

I think anyone that goes with the smaller of the two <span style="font-style: italic">purely</span> for appearance's sake basically said the x32 made their rifle look fat and are better suited for shoe and skirt shopping.

A compact optic is nice but it still has limitations. There is still no optic out there that can do it all, so you're going to have a give and take, but I don't think 2" in length and 2oz increases are a deal breaker when considering the larger exit pupil (2.4mm vs. 3.2mm). No, it won't make a <span style="font-style: italic">HUGE</span> difference when shooting static prone nor will it at the edge of darkness, but it will likely be significant enough of a difference when using it in a quick presentation situation such as hunting or some of the competitions out there where split seconds count to justify the larger scope.

For the weight discussion: The OP is mounting it onto a .308 AR, so it's not the lightest of weapons from the start. 2oz is the weight of approximately two rounds, so that argument in my opinion is moot.

OP, my recommendation is to go for the x32.
 
#20
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wslowik</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How does 2" and 2oz hurt you at all? Nightforce seems to agree considering they don't even make the x24 anymore... </div></div>

NF hasn't stopped making the 24 they are still making it for LE and military - so what does that say?
 
#21
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I have never used the x32, however I purchased a x24 and LOVE it.

I went with the x24 so I could have it clear a PEQ2 mounted on a top rail. That is something that the x32 could not do.
 
#22
Re: NF 2.5-10 x 24 vs. 32

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: sititunga1</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wslowik</div><div class="ubbcode-body">How does 2" and 2oz hurt you at all? Nightforce seems to agree considering they don't even make the x24 anymore... </div></div>

NF hasn't stopped making the 24 they are still making it for LE and military - so what does that say? </div></div>

It's still an <span style="font-style: italic">option</span> for them, but they haven't purchased any in some time - so what does <span style="font-style: italic">that</span> say?
 
#23
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I can understand NF wanting to defend the decision to drop the 24 in favor of the 32. Lets agree to disagree on this.
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#27
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When I bought my first Nightforce, I went to my local dealer to get the 2.5-10X24. It was at the time when they were phasing out the 24s and bringing in the 32s, so he had both in stock. After having checked both of them out and playing around with them, I bought the 32. It was just plain easier to make use of the full magnification range and to me, the size of the objective did make a big difference. Evening was rolling around while when I went to the scope shop, so I got a chance to sample them in less than ideal lighting conditions. The 32 was a good bit better.
 
#28
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I have the x24 and it works just fine for my purpose. I'm not hitting on the x32, as I have no experience with it. I may be a better option but I seem to remember having difficulty finding it with the reticle that I wanted when I purchased the x24.

Buddhapapa
 
#29
Re: NF 2.5-10 x 24 vs. 32

I was on the fence, same as you. I knew I wanted the NPR2 reticle as I have a 3.5-15x56 NPR1 on my 308 bolt rifle. I had looked thru both and wanted one of the compacts for my 18" SPR-ish. I had decided on the 32 because of availability. I came across a 24 NPR2 very lightly used for $1050. Needless to say, I now own a 24. The optical difference between the two was not enough for me to worry about. The monetary difference was about $100 if you could find a 24, so not enough to worry about. In the end, the $400 difference between what I got and a new 32 made all the difference in the world.
 
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